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ELDT theory-only trap card
Before any deposit: force a written answer to “does this quote include behind-the-wheel (BTW) hours and a skills-test truck?” Theory alone is not a complete Class A/B ELDT path. Independent — not FMCSA. Not legal advice.
Force these answers in writing
- □ Quote includes theory hours: □ Yes · hours __________ □ No · Notes __________
- □ Quote includes BTW range hours: □ Yes · hours __________ □ No / not listed
- □ Quote includes BTW public-road hours: □ Yes · hours __________ □ No / not listed
- □ Skills / road-test truck: □ School provides □ Third party __________ · fee $__________ □ In quote □ Extra
- □ Theory-only location on TPR? □ Yes □ No □ Unclear · screenshot date __________
- □ Itemized total theory-only vs theory+BTW (written): $__________ / $__________ · quote date __________
Stop / refuse if…
- They won’t put BTW hours or truck provider in writing before a deposit.
- Marketing says “full CDL” but registry / quote shows theory-only.
- They pressure same-day pay “to hold a BTW seat” with no written path — use deposit receipt + refund calendar.
My next step: □ Hold money □ Get written BTW path □ Walk away · Notes: ______________________________
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